daiwa saltist 5000 line capacity 5.6:1 Gear Ratio 9 Bearings Spinning Reel, 37.40" : Sports & Outdoors in sideplate removes to need for traditional sideplate screws Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-P

Keeping pressure on a fish in thick cover, adjusting angles along weed edges, and maintaining contact during the retrieve all depend on how the rod behaves under load not just how it feels in your hand

Not to worry, the experts at Fin Feather Fur Outfitters has put together a comprehensive guide for you on the best spring bass lures, how to use them, and even included a couple of other juicy spring bass fishing tips

In low-visibility situations, try a solid or matte-color bait like the French Pearl OB

Uses: The Perfection Loop Knot was described by Ashley as the Anglers Loop (ABOK # 1017, p 188.) It is the easiest way to make a small loop in the end of a leader or tippet that will lie perfectly in line with the standing end

As Brad rightly pointed out physical size of gears matters, but relatively less as compared to gear ratio, spool size and handle length

Going before the spawn is hands down one of my favourite bites of the year